For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,971 students in 72455, AR (there are 1 private school, serving 145 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 72455, AR are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 72455, AR are Pocahontas Elementary School, Pocahontas Upper Elementary School and Pocahontas High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72455 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72455, AR have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 72455, AR Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pocahontas Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2864 Thomasville
Pocahontas, AR 72455
(870) 892-4573
Pocahontas, AR 72455
(870) 892-4573
Gr: PK-3 | 703 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #22.
Pocahontas Upper Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2301 North Park Street
Pocahontas, AR 72455
(870) 892-4573
Pocahontas, AR 72455
(870) 892-4573
Gr: 4-6 | 402 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #33.
Pocahontas High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2312 Stadium Drive
Pocahontas, AR 72455
(870) 892-4573
Pocahontas, AR 72455
(870) 892-4573
Gr: 10-12 | 410 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #44.
Pocahontas Junior High School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2405 North Park Street
Pocahontas, AR 72455
(870) 892-4573
Pocahontas, AR 72455
(870) 892-4573
Gr: 7-9 | 456 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: n/an/a
Black River Technical College Career Center (Topps)
Vocational School
1410 Highway 304 East
Pocahontas, AR 72455
(870) 248-4000
Pocahontas, AR 72455
(870) 248-4000
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 72455, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in 72455, AR include Pocahontas Elementary School, Pocahontas Upper Elementary School and Pocahontas High School.
How many public schools are located in 72455?
5 public schools are located in 72455.
What percentage of students in 72455 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 72455 are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 72455?
72455 public schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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